Get trained to teach Spartan Race’s revolutionary new group fitness class. Gain a deeper understanding of the core principles of Spartan training, and how they inspire anyone to to move out of their comfort zone and overcome obstacles -- on the race course, and in everyday life. Learn how to teach the five phases of Spartan Strong that put this class on the cutting edge of programming. Prepare yourself to master this uniquely Spartan, inclusive hour-long group fitness experience. Be one of the first fitness professionals to experience this ground breaking training! The first 10 individuals to sign-up get a free entry for a 2018 Spartan Race (Open Heats only, subject to availability. Recipient must pay $14 insurance fee).

Whether you currently teach barre, or are motivated to add this popular format to your repertoire, look no further than Barre Above®. Discover the essentials of barre and see how this dynamic and progressive method of training enhances strength, flexibility and balance. Walk away with tips on how to launch and run a successful and in-demand barre program for all fitness levels that requires little to no equipment.

This training is the first step to becoming a Zumba® instructor as it teaches you the foundation and formula to teach a Zumba® class. You will learn the steps to four basic rhythms (merengue, salsa, cumbia, reggaeton). You'll learn how to put these steps together into a song, and how to create your first Zumba class. $225 early bird price. PROMO CODE: EMPOWER25 for $25 off. Included: 1 Review DVD, 1 Mash-Up DVD, 1 Mash-Up CD, Rush DVD, 1 Electronic Instructor Manual and Certificate of Completion.

Saturday June 2, 2018

No classes scheduled.

Sunday June 3, 2018

8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Kettlebell Kombine Instructor Training, $199, 0.8 ACE

Alex Isaly

Group Fitness

Kettlebell Kombine Instructor Training, $199, 0.8 ACE with Alex Isaly

Kettlebell Kombine is the blend of kettlebell strength training, primal movement patterns and high energy sports conditioning drills as seen in combine training. This unique combination and sequence of exercises capture the true power of kettlebell training creating a fully integrated functional fitness regime designed to improve performance and body transformation.

This workshop will give you a taste of why PiYo is the hottest workout in the industry today! Sweat, stretch, and strengthen—all in one workout! PiYo LIVE combines the muscle-sculpting benefits of Pilates with the strength and flexibility advantages of yoga. Using just your own body weight, you’ll perform a series of high-intensity, low-impact moves that will work every single muscle for a long, lean, and incredibly defined physique. No weights. No jumps. Just hardcore results. Also, with a 2015 infomercial release and great name recognition, your classes will be packed!

Get certified in the industry’s most up to date, respected and progressive indoor cycling instructor training course. In one power-packed day, you’ll get the tools you need to become a successful and sought-after instructor on any brand of bike. This critically acclaimed certification is based on the Schwinn® Cycling Coach’s Pyramid™, a specialized system that makes teaching simple, an incredible experience for students and worth repeating.
You will learn bike fit, cycling science, class design, music, communication skills, motivation techniques and leave with:
• Power Music® Schwinn® Cycling Signature Music
• Eight complete class design plans
• A comprehensive manual and Certificate of Completion

STRONG revolutionizes Zumba® workouts as you know them, melding upbeat rhythms with powerful cardio and strength-conditioning moves to fire your fitness potential. Think progressive resistance and overload, plyometrics, core, and functional training using only your own body weight, all rolled into one dynamic, results-driven class guaranteed to challenge your entire body. Relying on proven HIIT methods, but with a Zumba twist, we call our program HITTZ – High Intensity Tempo Training – Zumba style! The strength of the beat challenges you to find power, strength, speed, stamina, and mobility. Optimize your workout and make every minute count as you push beyond your limits. Join the party and get fit. Sponsored by ZUMBA®FITNESS.

Presenters

Carrie Harper

Carrie Harper is a Master Trainer, Personal Trainer, Group Exercise Instructor, and Health Coach certified through the American Council on Exercise. Carrie has been in the field of fitness since 1994 and health coaching since 2004. Since 2004, Carrie has helped coach thousands of people around the world in weight loss, nutrition, functional fitness, injury healing, and injury prevention. Carrie created and designed the Diastasis Recti Recovery System, which has helped thousands of people in 37 countries recover from this common injury. She has been published in Four Points News, Q Magazine, and Mom and Baby Magazine. Carrie wrote a guide for educators’ study of Health and PE through Praxis and is a member of the Leander ISD Student Health Advisory Council. She is also a Master Trainer for Beachbody Live, focusing on PiYo and P90X.

Abraham Hernandez

Abraham Hernandez was born and raised in Mexico and has lived in the US since 2010. He has been a Zumba Education Specialist since 2006 and has been in the fitness industry for more than 11 years as a gym owner and a manager and fitness instructor. He is an ACE Certified Personal Trainer, AFAA Certified Group Exercise Instructor and AEA Certified Aquatic Professional.

Alex Isaly

Alex has over 20 years of experience as a creator/lead trainer for several national fitness programs, endurance athlete, author, speaker, and nutritionist. His current projects include Life Time Signature Brand Lead for Kettlebell Kombine, Spartan Strong and WTRX. He is also the creator of KettleWorX® DVD workout series. Alex is a member of IDEA’s Advisory Board and VIP founding member for Men's Health Fitness Council. Media appearances include Radius on NBC Sports Network, The TODAY Show, Discovery Channel, Hallmark, The Talk, Jimmy Kimmel Live, CNN, Men's Health, SHAPE, and OXYGEN Magazine.

Shannen Miller

Shannen Miller holds a BS from Texas A&M University and a M. Ed.in Education. She currently oversees the University of Texas at San Antonio group fitness & personal training program, teaching multiple group fitness classes per week, and overseeing the hiring and training of all new group fitness instructors at her facility. She is a Master Trainer for Barre Above® and holds certifications through PulsePointe barre, YogaFit (Level 1), Schwinn Cycling, Peak Pilates (Mat 1), and AFAA (GX).

Lucy Waite

Lucy Waite, MS, is an assistant instructional professor of health and kinesiology at Texas A&M University. With nearly a decade in the industry, Lucy shares her passion and knowledge for fitness as a national presenter for Schwinn® and BOSU®. She holds a bachelor’s degree in biochemistry, and master’s degree in health education. Certifications: AFAA, NSCA-CPT

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Frequently Asked Questions

GENERAL QUESTIONS

Q: What is Empower?

A: EMPOWER! Fitness Events are designed especially for fitness professionals as well as fitness enthusiasts. Through these regional weekend events, we, alongside the community and a team of world-renowned fitness presenters, celebrate fitness, continuing education, motivation and the desire for an overall healthy way of life for all.

The events are produced by Global Fitness Solutions, LLC and hosted in partnership with Life Time Fitness, the premier Healthy Way of Life company, in the United States.

Whether you are a fitness professional in need of your CECs or an enthusiast who simply wants to exercise with the best fitness presenters in the world, EMPOWER! is exactly where you need to be!

Q: Who should attend?

A: Anyone who has an interest in fitness and a healthy way of life!

Fitness Professionals! If you are a Personal Trainer or Group Fitness Instructor, come to learn and grow as you earn your much-needed continuing education credits (CECs) from some of the most highly regarded presenters in the industry.

Fitness Enthusiasts! Come enjoy huge, high-energy classes led by the best teachers in the fitness industry and around the world as you support your community and celebrate a healthy way of life with friends and like-minded enthusiasts.

Q: Why is Thursday considered a "special event" day?

A: Thursday, September 22 and Friday, September 23 are considered Pre-Conference event days. When you register for the EMPOWER! conference weekend, Thursday and the morning/day is not included in the weekend event package (Fri-Sun). If you are interested in participating in an intensive or certification on Thursday or Friday, you will need to seperately register for each individual class.

REGISTRATION

Q: How do I register?

A: You can register by mail, fax, or online. For more information about how to register for the EMPOWER! Fusion event you can call

A: For EMPOWER! upon registration you will be able to select your sessions. We limit the number of registrations to ensure as many attendees as possible receive all their first choice selections at the event and can easily make changes throughout the weekend at will.

AT THE EVENT

Q: When can I check in?

A: You can check in at the event registration desk starting each day at the following times:

Q: What will I receive at check in?

A: You will receive your check-in packet containing a schedule, wristband or ticket, and a goody bag.

Q: What should I bring?

A: Bring a photo i.d., your registration confirmation letter, exercise apparel, a water bottle, and money for lunch and shopping at the expo.

Q: How do I get a receipt?

A: If you register online, you can print a copy of your receipt at the time of registration. If you mail or fax your registration, you can pick up a copy of your receipt at the event.